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1725

2015 New Mexico Gruner Veltliner

The Vivac Winery 1725 is a delightful Gruner Veltliner from the enchanting region of New Mexico, showcasing the bright potential of this unique terroir. With a light body, this white wine offers invigorating acidity that livens the palate, making it an excellent choice for warm weather gatherings. The fruit intensity shines through with prominent notes of zesty citrus and green apple, providing a refreshing and mouthwatering experience. This Gruner Veltliner is bone dry, making it incredibly food-friendly, perfect for pairing with light seafood dishes or fresh salads. Its well-balanced structure and vibrant character make it a charming selection for wine enthusiasts looking to explore lesser-known wine regions.

Tasting notes:


White Peach, Citrus Blossom, Mineral

White Peach

White Peach

Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

Mineral

Mineral

Region:


New Mexico
New Mexico

New Mexico, with its high desert landscapes and dramatic mountain ranges, offers a unique and diverse winegrowing environment in the American Southwest. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) benefit from the high altitude and the intense sunlight, which together create a significant diurnal temperature variation. This variation sharply cools the vineyards at night, tempering the daytime heat and allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors while retaining essential acids. The arid climate and minimal rainfall reduce the risk of vine diseases and allow vintners to control vine vigor through irrigation. Vineyards at lower elevations tend to produce bolder, more intense wines, while those at higher elevations excel in growing cooler-climate varieties, yielding more delicate and aromatic wines.

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